Controller,Accounting,Financial Compliance Job New York New York USA,Accounting

Key Responsibilities

Build, scale, manage and lead the full accounting function for US and India entities, including AP, AR, payroll, T&E, revenue recognition, and intercompany transactions
Establish and document accounting policies, internal controls, and standard operating procedures across both geographies

Systems & Process Implementation

Lead the selection, implementation, and/or optimization of accounting and ERP systems (e.g., Net Suite, Quick Books, Sage Intacct) to support multi-entity, multi-currency operations
Implement and integrate supporting tools for expense management, billing/invoicing, payroll, and revenue recognition
Design scalable processes and controls that can flex as the company grows

Financial Reporting & Compliance

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across both US and India books
Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements and ensure compliance with US GAAP (and applicable Indian statutory/tax requirements, in coordination with local advisors)
Partner with external auditors to manage annual audits
Support technical accounting positions (e.g., revenue recognition under ASC 606, stock compensation, capitalized software costs)

Cross-Border & Entity Management

Responsible for US Federal, state and local tax reporting and compliance
Manage the accounting and compliance implications of operating US and India entities, including transfer pricing, intercompany agreements, and local statutory filings (in partnership with local tax/legal advisors)
Ensure compliance with local tax, payroll, and regulatory requirements in India (GST, TDS, etc.) and the US (federal/state)

Series C & Investor Readiness

Support due diligence for company financing, including preparation of financial data rooms, historical financials, and responses to investor/auditor requests
Build reporting packages and KPIs for board meetings and investor updates
Help establish the financial rigor and controls expected of a company approaching later-stage growth and potential SOX readiness

Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership

Build and lead the accounting team as the company scales, hiring and mentoring staff in both the US and India
Partner closely with the CFO/Treasurer on cash management, and Head of FPA budgeting, and financial planning
Collaborate with People/HR on payroll, benefits administration, and international employment compliance
Serve as a key finance partner to Legal, Sales, and Engineering on contracts, revenue terms, and vendor agreements

Qualifications

8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including prior experience as a Controller or Assistant Controller at a high-growth SaaS or technology company
Proven experience building an accounting function from the ground up (not just operating within an established one)
Hands-on experience implementing and/or migrating accounting/ERP systems (Net Suite, Sage Intacct, or similar)
Deep knowledge of US GAAP; including experience with SaaS revenue recognition (ASC 606)
Experience managing multi-entity, multi-currency, and cross-border (specifically US-India) accounting operations
Experience supporting institutional fundraising (Series B/C or later)
Experience supporting top-tier financial statement audits
CPA required; MBA a plus
Big 4 or public accounting background a plus
Strong systems aptitude — comfortable evaluating and implementing new tools and automations (fitting, given our AI-native product)
Excellent communication skills and comfort operating in a fast-paced, ambiguous, high-growth environment
Experience managing or partnering with outsourced accounting teams/BPOs in India is a plus

Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance